Chicago, IL – Today, JB Pritzker released the following statement after a new report from the New York Times detailed how government agencies in 19 states, including Illinois, can revoke professional licenses from residents who fall behind on student loan payments. This includes firefighters, nurses, teachers, lawyers, massage therapists, barbers, psychologists, and real estate brokers.

“The disturbing practice of revoking professional licenses of residents who fall behind on student loans must come to an end,” said JB Pritzker. “State agencies stripping Illinoisans of their licenses is morally repulsive and runs counter to our obligation to help families thrive. It’s time to put our government back on the side of working families, and that means fighting to protect their futures. As governor, I will bring an end to this practice.”

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